Eddie Murphy (1980-84)

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"SNL" highlights: Velvet Jones; Gumby; Mr. Robinson; Buckwheat Post "SNL": Murphy spent years as one of Hollywood's biggest stars with the "Beverly Hills Cop" and "Nutty Professor" movies. Despite an Oscar nomination in 2006, his film career has cooled.

"SNL" highlights: Velvet Jones; Gumby; Mr. Robinson; Buckwheat Post "SNL": Murphy spent years as one of Hollywood's biggest stars with the "Beverly Hills Cop" and "Nutty Professor" movies. Despite an Oscar nomination in 2006, his film career has cooled.